Fried Gnocchi With Blue Cheese & Kale Pesto

Serves 2

Looking for a delicious and nutritious meal that balances creamy and savory flavours? Our Cauliflower Gnocchi With Blue Cheese & Kale Pesto is just what you need. This mouthwatering dish combines the richness of blue cheese with the vibrant taste of a homemade vegan pesto, making it a standout recipe for both casual dinners and special occasions. Whether you're a fan of gnocchi or simply looking to try something new, this recipe is sure to impress.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

The creamy blue cheese provide a tangy contrast to the vibrant, nutty pesto, while the gnocchi serves as a comforting but light base. The wild mushrooms and sage add an extra layer of depth, making each bite a perfect balance of taste and texture.

Whether you're looking to impress guests or treat yourself to a satisfying meal, this recipe offers a healthy and indulgent option that’s sure to please. Plus, it’s easy to make and adaptable to different preferences.

We made a batch of 'The Toasted Pine Nut's' Almond Kale Pesto and then used it in this delicious fried gnocchi dish. 

To make the pesto, you'll need...

  • 140g kale, de-stemmed and roughly chopped
  • 70g raw almonds
  • 120ml extra virgin olive oil
  • 15g nutritional yeast
  • 2 cloves garlic 
  • A pinch of salt
  • 30ml water (as needed to thin out the pesto)
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    Pop all the ingredients in a food processor, and blitz to form a coarse paste. If your food processor needs a little help to bring the pesto together, add some water - a tablespoon at a time - as needed. The gnocchi will need about half the amount made, and the rest will keep for about a week, in a jar in the fridge! 

    Ingredients

    Kale Pesto (made ahead!)

    70g Blue - crumbled on top of dish

    1 x Sunny Luna Cauliflower Gnocchi

    Olive Oil

    Wild Mushrooms

    Fresh Sage

    Handful of walnuts - chopped

    A knob of vegan butter

    Fried Gnocchi With Blue Cheese & Kale Pesto

    Method

    Start off by making the pesto in a food processor, combine the ingredients and blitz. To achieve your desired texture, you might want to add a little extra water towards the end.

    Next, melt your butter in a pan and add your sliced mushrooms. Saute until golden and then pop them in a bowl to the side.

    Using the same dish, you might need to add a little extra butter or olive oil and then fry your gnocchi (following pack instructions). Once golden and nearing crispy, add your mushrooms back into the pan along with some chopped sage.

    Dollop in your pesto and mix to combine, before transferring to a warm serving bowl. Then tear up chunks of our Blue cheese and nestle them into the dish - the warmth will encourage a subtle melt before you tuck in and enjoy!

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